NHTSA recall 13V121000
Air Bags, Power Train, Structure · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Details
What's wrong: The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Why it matters: If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. Additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. Either condition may increase…
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Dodge Nitro, 2008 Dodge Nitro, 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 13V121000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.